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Photograph of garden room at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of garden room at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of art gallery at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of art gallery at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of pool area at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of living room at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of Kitchen at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of Living room at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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Photograph of bathroom at the House of Straus, Las Vegas (Nev.), July 14, 2016

Date

2016-07-14

Description

For decades Joyce Elise Straus opened her home, the "House of Straus," to area youth seeking art experiences. That effort included the opening of the School of Creative Thinking in 1976. Her varied artwork is widely collected in the Southern Nevada community. Straus was married for 56 years to Dr. Neil B. Straus. Her son David Straus and his wife Heidi continue the tradition.

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National Organization for Women flier, late 1970s

Date

1975 to 1979

Archival Collection

Description

National Organization for Women (NOW) flyer for the support of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). "Wanted! Sister Suffragettes to celebrate August 26, 1920. Women get the vote, come join the fun! Aug. 26th Sunday 1pm North Las Vegas Library 2300 Civic Center Drive. Bring the whole family!!!! E.R.A. NOW DAY."

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